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Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen (Vintage)
Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen (Vintage)
by Christopher McDougall
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Born to Run is the one of those books you just can't keep to yourself. In fact, it's probably the one title I've recommended more than any other in the last two years. It has a little bit of everything: adventure, travel, history, science, and sport, all... (read more)

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The Cool Impossible: The Coach from "Born to Run" Shows How to Get the Most from Your Miles-And from Yourself
The Cool Impossible: The Coach from "Born to Run" Shows How to Get the Most from Your Miles-And from Yourself
by Eric Orton
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Featured in the bestselling book Born to Run, coach and performance guru Eric Orton has spent a lifetime learning and thinking about running and about the limitless possibilities of the human body and mind. In The Cool Impossible, Orton shares his wealth... (read more)

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Relentless Forward Progress: A Guide to Running Ultramarathons
Relentless Forward Progress: A Guide to Running Ultramarathons
by Bryon Powell
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Marathons have become too easy for some runners. What was once the pinnacle of achievement in a runners life is now a stepping stone for extraordinary adventure in ultramarathoning. The number of ultrarunners—those running distances of 50k (31miles),... (read more)

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Running & Being: The Total Experience
Running & Being: The Total Experience
by George Sheehan, Dr.
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A New York Times bestseller for 14 weeks in 1978, Running and Being became known as the philosophical bible for runners around the world. More than thirty years after its initial publication, it remains every bit as relevant today. Written by the late... (read more)

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Once a Runner
Once a Runner
by John Parker
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Originally self-published in 1978, Once a Runner captures the essence of competitive running--and of athletic competition in general--and has become one of the most beloved sports novels ever published.. Inspired by the author's experience as a... (read more)

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Runner's World: Running on Air: The Revolutionary Way to Run Better by Breathing Smarter
Runner's World: Running on Air: The Revolutionary Way to Run Better by Breathing Smarter
by Budd Coates
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Renowned running coach Budd Coates presents a revolutionary yet simple training method based on rhythmic breathing to help runners at all experience levels improve their performance, prevent injury, and experience the joy of running. Validating his... (read more)

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Beginning Runners Handbook 3RD Edition the Proven 13
Beginning Runners Handbook 3RD Edition the Proven 13
by Ian Macneill
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More than 20.5 million Americans run recreationally, according to the latest U.S. statistics—an astonishing figure that underscores just how popular running is as a method of improving fitness. This tightly written, absolutely basic guide... (read more)

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Lore of Running
Lore of Running
by Timothy D. Noakes
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Lore of Running gives you incomparable detail on physiology, training, racing, injuries, world-class athletes, and races. Author Tim Noakes blends the expertise of a physician and research scientist with the passion of a dedicated runner to answer the... (read more)

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Three and Out: Rich Rodriguez and the Michigan Wolverines in the Crucible of College Football
Three and Out: Rich Rodriguez and the Michigan Wolverines in the Crucible of College Football
by John U Bacon
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“Like the Moneyball of college football, Three and Out blows the lid off one of the sports worlds most perplexing mysteries.”—Entertainment Weekly Three and Out tells the story of how college footballs most influential coach, Rich... (read more)

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Oregon Football: The Greatest Games, Players, Coaches and Teams in the Glorious Tradition of Ducks Football (Game Day)
Oregon Football: The Greatest Games, Players, Coaches and Teams in the Glorious Tradition of Ducks Football (Game Day)
by Athlon Sports and Dan Fouts
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Whether rediscovering the best team moments, or initiating into the histories and traditions of Ducks fandom, this book about the University of Oregon football team is both a useful resource and cherishable memorabilia. Packed with anecdotes of the... (read more)

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Hansons Marathon Method: A Renegade Path to Your Fastest Marathon
Hansons Marathon Method: A Renegade Path to Your Fastest Marathon
by Luke Humphrey
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Break free of outdated training traditions to run your fastest marathon! The Hansons-Brooks Distance Project has taken American running by storm, becoming one of the nation’s most successful running groups. Known for upstart talent and an... (read more)

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Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness
Eat and Run: My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness
by Scott Jurek and Steve Friedman
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“In pursuing the mental side of endurance, Jurek uncovers the most important secrets any runner can learn.” — Amby Burfoot, author of The Runners Guide to the Meaning of Life For nearly two decades, Scott Jurek has been a dominant force... (read more)

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Good Old Dog: Expert Advice for Keeping Your Aging Dog Happy, Healthy, and Comfortable
Good Old Dog: Expert Advice for Keeping Your Aging Dog Happy, Healthy, and Comfortable
by Nicholas H Dodman
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“Lots of practical, easy-to-understand advice about veterinary care for older dogs. Essential reading for making treatment decisions for your companion.” —Temple Grandin, author of Animals Make Us Human and Animals in Translation... (read more)

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ChiRunning: A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-Free Running
ChiRunning: A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-Free Running
by Danny Dreyer
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andlt;Bandgt;A groundbreaking program that teaches you how to run faster and farther with less effort, and prevent and heal injuries, for runners of any age or fitness level.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;/Bandgt;In andlt;iandgt;ChiRunning,andlt;/iandgt; Danny and... (read more)

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Run Like a Mother: How to Get Moving--And Not Lose Your Family, Job, or Sanity
Run Like a Mother: How to Get Moving--And Not Lose Your Family, Job, or Sanity
by Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea
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The Girlfriend’s Guide to Running. In Run Like a Mother, authors Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea offer both inspirational advice and practical strategies to help multitasking women make running part of their busy lives... (read more)

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Young Runners: The Complete Guide to Healthy Running for Kids from 5 to 18
Young Runners: The Complete Guide to Healthy Running for Kids from 5 to 18
by Marc Bloom
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Loaded with clear and practical information that parents, coaches, and children can put to quick use, Young Runners is a comprehensive guide to recreational and competitive running for children of all ages. Former running coach Marc Bloom draws on years... (read more)

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Paterno
Paterno
by Joe Posnanski
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Joe Posnanski’s biography of the late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno follows in the tradition of works by Richard Ben Cramer on Joe DiMaggio and David Maraniss on Vince Lombardi. Having gained unprecedented access to Paterno, as well as the... (read more)

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Run or Die
Run or Die
by Kilian Jornet
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RUN OR DIE “The most dominating endurance athlete of his generation.” — The New York Times An exceptional athlete. A dominating force. An extraordinary person. Kilian Jornet has conquered some of the toughest physical tests on the... (read more)

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1,001 Pearls of Runners' Wisdom: Advice and Inspiration for the Open Road (1001 Pearls)
1,001 Pearls of Runners' Wisdom: Advice and Inspiration for the Open Road (1001 Pearls)
by Bill (edt) Katovsky
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Within these pages, runners will find a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and even a little humor to encourage them in their sport. But whether comical or serious, the quotes contained here represent the finest writing and wisdom on running. Geared towards... (read more)

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Bowerman and the Men of Oregon: The Story of Oregon's Legendary Coach and Nike's Cofounder
Bowerman and the Men of Oregon: The Story of Oregon's Legendary Coach and Nike's Cofounder
by Kenny Moore
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No man has affected more runners in more ways than Bill Bowerman. During his 24-year tenure as track coach at the University of Oregon, he won four national team titles and his athletes set 13 world and 22 American records. He also ignited the jogging... (read more)

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